BATTERIES CAN EXPLODE 

Milwaukee Electric Tool Co. is recalling Milwaukee Power Plus, Chicago Pneumatic, and Extractor 14.4 and 18 volt 2.4 Ah NiCd battery packs sold nationwide from July 1999 to February 2004. If a vent on the battery cell is damaged or compromised during use, the battery can explode and pose a laceration hazard. 

The recalled batteries are used to power drills, saws, radios, flashlights, wrenches and Extractor windshield glass removers. The recall includes 14.4 and 18 volt 2.4 Ah NiCd Milwaukee Power Plus, Chicago Pneumatic, and Extractor battery packs manufactured between July 1999 and February 2004. The brand name can be found on a label on most battery packs. 

Consumers should contact the Milwaukee Electric Tool Co. at (800) 729-3878 between 7 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday to determine if they have one of the recalled batteries or visit www.milwaukeetool.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

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COOKING TORCHES CAN LEAK FUEL 

Meyer Corporation is recalling BonJour® Professional Culinary Torches sold nationwide from October 2006 to May 2007. Butane fuel can leak from the torch assembly near the nozzle, posing a fire hazard. 

This recall involves the BonJour® Professional Culinary Torch sold alone and as part of the BonJour® Bain Marie Set. The torch is 7.5 inches high and has a visible fuel gauge. The base is black, and the handle is either black or brown. The torch assembly is silver-colored with the word “BonJour” printed on the side. 

Consumers should contact Meyer at (800) 226-6568 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday for a refund or visit www.meyer.com. More info at www.recalls.org.